Things to do in Newark

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Downtown Newark featuring a city, outdoor art and a square or plaza
Downtown Newark featuring a city, outdoor art and a square or plaza
Downtown Newark showing a square or plaza, outdoor art and heritage architecture
New Jersey Performing Arts Center featuring theatre scenes, modern architecture and interior views
Military Park which includes a high rise building, a statue or sculpture and a city
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Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 1853 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$88 per adult
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Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in New York

Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in New York

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Price is S$6 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Dining at Hard Rock Cafe New York City

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe New York City

Activity duration is 2 hours
7.6 out of 10 with 128 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$51 per traveller
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Shows & concerts

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The Lion King On Broadway

The Lion King On Broadway

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 1462 reviews
Price is S$200 per adult
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Attractions

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New York CityPASS®: Experience 5 must-see attractions

New York CityPASS®: Experience 5 must-see attractions

Activity duration is 9 days
9.2 out of 10 with 2125 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$196 per adult
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What to do in Newark

Popular places to visit

Prudential Center which includes a city and a high-rise building

Prudential Center

See everything from electrifying hockey games and huge musical concerts to monster truck rallies and children’s shows at The Rock.

Prudential Center
New Jersey Performing Arts Center featuring theatre scenes, modern architecture and interior views

New Jersey Performing Arts Center

Come for a night at the theater and be dazzled by a Grammy Award-winning symphony orchestra, an international ballet company or a famous rock group.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Photo – crowded soccer stadium, football fans support the team

Sports Illustrated Stadium

Catch an event at Sports Illustrated Stadium during your trip to Harrison. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Sports Illustrated Stadium
Seton Hall University from an aerial view

Seton Hall University

Walk around the campus at Seton Hall University during your visit to South Orange. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Seton Hall University
Branch Brook Park which includes a park

Branch Brook Park

The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring.

Branch Brook Park
Rubella tortoise in the zoo. Three turtles are standing on their backs, one on one. Trachemys Scripta Elegans .

Turtle Back Zoo

Visit the animals who call Turtle Back Zoo home during your trip to West Orange. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Turtle Back Zoo
Montclair Art Museum which includes interior views and art

Montclair Art Museum

Use the audio guide to learn about historic and modern Native American art and sip wine at a live music event.

Montclair Art Museum

The Mills at Jersey Gardens

You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Mills at Jersey Gardens during your stay in Elizabeth. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

The Mills at Jersey Gardens

Mall at Short Hills

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall at Short Hills during your visit to Short Hills. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Mall at Short Hills

Areas of Newark

Downtown Newark showing a square or plaza, outdoor art and heritage architecture

Downtown Newark

3.5/5(13 area reviews)

Join local residents at a fun event, look around the impressive city hall and admire the statues and flowers in Military Park.

Downtown Newark
Manhattan Financial District at sunset from Jersey

West Side

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in West Side, Lincoln Park Tennis Center and Mana Contemporary are top sights worth seeing.

West Side
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Central Ward

If you're spending time in Central Ward, check out sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Warren Street Station or Norfolk Street Station.

Central Ward
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Ironbound District

While Ironbound District isn't home to many top sights, Prudential Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ironbound District
Some of the most wonderful bakeries are in Ferry st Newark New Jersey.. Wonderful Portuguese pastry

North Ironbound

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Ironbound and surrounding area, you can visit Sports Illustrated Stadium and Prudential Center.

North Ironbound
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Greenville

If you're spending some time in Greenville, Fems Park and Afro-American Historical Society Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Greenville

 

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The enactment - The Battle of Monmouth in New Jersey

Union

Aerial Drone of Homes in Edison New Jersey

Edison

Liberty State Park featuring night scenes, a city and general coastal views

Jersey City

Aerial Drone of Metuchen New Jersey

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Vanderbilt building

Florham Park

Staten Island

Staten Island

Aerial Sunset Over Golf Course in Woodbridge New Jersey

Woodbridge

New York showing boating, a bridge and a city

New York

Frequently asked questions

Is Newark worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Newark is visit American Dream. Check this leading sight off your to-do list, then experience more of this area's festivals and culture.
How do I spend a day in Newark?
When you've checked off major attractions like American Dream and DreamWorks Water Park, spend the rest of your day experiencing Newark's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Newark?
American Dream is one of the top tourist attractions in Newark and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Newark?
Three days in Newark is plenty of time to visit the city's leading attractions. Many travellers stay for two days on average. Turtle Back Zoo, Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart and Loew's Jersey Theatre are among the top-rated sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a little longer to check off nearby hotspots like New York.
Is Newark a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and leading attractions within walking distance of the city centre, Newark is a good destination to experience on foot. Wander between Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart and African Art Museum of the Society of African Missions. Then take a stroll through Newark Central Business District, located 0.32 kilometres from the centre, and Ironbound District, which is roughly 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Newark with kids?
Planning what to do in Newark with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're travelling with little ones or teenagers, there's a range of family-friendly activities to keep them busy here.

What to do in Newark for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Newark, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Washington Street or The Manor.
Are there free things to do in Newark?
In Newark, Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart is a top spot for anyone planning to tour the city without opening their wallet. Also, stroll around the local neighbourhoods and parks, and ask for ideas from a local tour guide. It's a good way to find out about the best free things to do in Newark.

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